Merchandise Mart

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Tuesday February 4 2014

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Time Out says

Built during the 1920s by Marshall Field & Co., Merchandise Mart is the world's largest commercial building, spanning two full city blocks and rising 25 stories high. The building houses furniture showrooms and retail shops, and hosts numerous trade shows and community events each year. In 2007, the Mart was declared the largest LEED-EB (Leadership in Energy and Environmental and Design for Existing Buildings) in the world.

Details

Address: 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza; Chicago

Cross street:: between Wells and Orleans Sts

Transport:: El stop: Brown, Purple (rush hrs) to Merchandise Mart. Bus: 11, 125.

Opening hours:: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm; Sat 10am–3pm

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What’s on

ART on THE MART

Displaying a 25-story-tall video installation on the side of THE MART, ART on THE MART is the largest permanent digital art projection in the world, with programming that changes seasonally. ART on THE MART's array of 34 digital projectors show the creations after dusk every evening. Running Thursdays through Saturdays beginning at 7:30pm, it’s best viewed from the section of the Chicago Riverwalk between Wells Street and Franklin Street.

Film and video
Until Dec 28, 2025

One of a Kind Holiday Show

Looking to support artists during the gift giving season? The One of a Kind Show gathers 600 artists and artisans on the seventh floor of the Merchandise Mart building for a seasonal bazaar of handcrafted goods and gourmet food. Browse selections of fine art, ceramics, clothing, pet supplies, toys and tons of other wares, or check out live music and other activities throughout the weekend.

Dec 4Dec 7, 2025

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